STELLA MARS (11) missed the frame when resuming last start over 1609m at Laurel Turf (Turf) but wasn't all that far from the winner. Leading prospect. TARIBA DREAM (10) finished a nose second on dirt at Parx two back then followed up with another minor placing on dirt at Parx over 1673m six-and-a-half weeks ago. Dexter Haddock goes well on this five-year-old and is back on top today. Should be hard to stop. MAXIMO MADNESS (2) didn't make an impact at her last run before going for a spell on December 21, finishing seventh and beaten 9 lengths over 1609m at Laurel (Dirt). Among the better hopes. WINK OF AN EYE (3) is switching to a turf track for the first time at her third run back from a break. Placed when fresh then saluted by 0.8 lengths over 1609m at PENN NATIONAL last time out. Drawn to enjoy a nice run just off the lead. Should give backers a sight.
